Minister of Islamic Affairs Dr. Mohamed Shaheem Ali Saeed has said Ministry of Islamic Affairs of Saudi Arabia and the Maldives will conduct many religious research and scientific programmes.

Minister Saeed along with a delegation from the Maldives is participating in the scientific programme conducted jointly by the Islamic ministry and Saudi Arabia. These programmes were discussed during his visits to Saudi Arabia.

During the meeting, the delegation was briefed on the activities and projects of the Islamic ministry and the areas in which the Maldives needs assistance and cooperation. Referring to the projects already started by Saudi Arabia and the Islamic ministry, Minister Saeed said that the training of Khateebs, scholars and those who need to impart religious knowledge will be trained. He said that the two countries discussed joint scientific and social projects.

Additionally, Minister Shaheem said the purpose of such programmes is to explain the true Islamic faith, instill the noble principle of Islamic moderation and raise awareness against extremist principles. He said that such programmes have also been discussed for scholars, youth and associations. He also said that the two countries will also conduct many joint programmes in the future.

Furthermore, Minister Shaheem said that the scientific programmes being conducted in collaboration with Saudi Arabia are the result of his visits to the country.

Source(s): PsmNews

The Maldives government and President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu welcomes the application of arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant, filed by the Prosecutor of International Criminal Court (ICC).

The arrest warrant application was filed before the Pre-Trial Chamber I of the ICC regarding the situation in the State of Palestine.

The application was filed by the Chief Prosecutor of ICC Karim A.A. Khan KC, who said both Netanyahu and Gallant should be held accountable for the continued atrocities on Palestinian land against its people.

President’s Office in its statement said the continuous aggression and genocidal acts perpetuated by Israel against the Palestinian people are a blatant disregard for international human rights and humanitarian law.

The office added that the results of these aggressive actions have translated into a large-scale humanitarian catasrophe.

Speaking on the government’s decision to welcome ICC’s application, President Muizzu said on X that this “marks a significant step in the quest for justice for the Palestinian people.”

He further highlighted that no country is above international law and “those carrying out war crimes in the occupied Palestinian territory” should be held accountable.

President Muizzu also noted that as a State Party to the Rome Statute, Maldives is confident that the ICC Prosecutor’s Office has gathered enough evidence to prove Israel has conducted war crimes and crimes against humanity in Gaza.

“We will explore every avenue to support the people of Palestine in the international arena,” President Muizzu said.

The arrest warrants applications at the court will be reviewed by a three-judge panel, who would decide on issuing the arrest warrant.

Since Israel is not a member state of ICC, it is unlikely both Netanyahu and Gallant would be arrested should the court decide to issue a warrant. However, an ICC arrest warrant would restrict their outbound travels, further severing Israel’s ties in the international arena.

The continued attacks from Israel since October 07th, 2023 has claimed 35,562 Palestinian lives so far.

Source(s): sun.mv

President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has expressed sorrow and extended heartfelt condolences following the untimely death of Iranian President Dr. Seyyed Ebrahim Raisi in a tragic helicopter crash. The crash also claimed the lives of Iran’s Foreign Minister Abdollahian and other senior officials.

In a post of social media, President Muizzu conveyed his deepest sympathies, praying to Almighty Allah to bless the souls of those lost in the incident and grant them Jannatul Firdaus. He extended his thoughts and prayers to the bereaved families and the people of Iran during this time of profound grief.

President Muizzu emphasised the solidarity of the Maldivian government and its people with Iran, underscoring support in this period of mourning. He acknowledged the devastating impact of the accident and reinforced the Maldives’ commitment to standing by Iran in the face of this tragedy.

The expression of condolences comes amidst ongoing efforts in Iran to cope with the loss of their leader and other senior officials, highlighting the shared grief and unity between the two nations during this difficult time.

Source(s): PsmNews